According to gazeta.uz and spot.uz, September 2026. The rules may be clarified.
Uzbekistan Airways flies the direct HY-535 on Airbus A320neo and A321neo aircraft. It's an overnight flight: departing Tashkent around 00:25–01:05 and landing in Phuket around 08:45–09:25 local time. Flight time is about 6 h 20 min.
Based on the October 2026 schedule (Wednesdays and Saturdays); the flight in your tour may differ.
The nightlife hub: Bangla Road, restaurants and shopping. Noisy, but everything is close.
A long sandy beach, calmer than Patong. A good pick for a first trip.
A cosy beach for families, and for surfing in the rainy season.
A quiet bay between Patong and the northern beaches.
The Laguna complex with 5* hotels and golf courses.
A small, beautiful beach in the south near Promthep Cape.
Maya Bay, snorkelling and cliff views. The most popular trip.
Sea cliffs, James Bond Island and kayaking through caves.
The best snorkelling in the region. The park is open only in the dry season.
A hilltop statue with views over the island.
Sino-Portuguese houses, cafés and the Sunday night market.
The best sunset on the island.
Average values for Phuket, for reference only.
| Measure | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daytime air, °C | 32 | 33 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
| Water, °C | 28 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 |
| Season | What to expect |
|---|---|
| November – April | Dry season: sunshine and a calm sea. The best time for beaches and excursions. |
| May – October | Rainy season: downpours and waves. You can't swim everywhere, but hotels are cheaper. |
| New Year | Peak demand: book 1–2 months ahead, allowing time for the visa. |
| Topic | In short | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Visa | Required in advance from 15 September 2026 | Via thaievisa.go.th |
| Airport | Phuket (HKT) | About 45–60 minutes to Patong |
| Time difference | Thailand is 2 hours ahead | |
| Currency | Thai baht (THB) | It's easy to exchange US dollars locally |
| Mobile data | ioka eSIM for Thailand | Get an eSIM › |
| Getting around | Taxis via ride-hailing apps |
Phuket is Thailand's largest island and the top winter destination. A direct flight from Tashkent takes about 6 hours. The island has dozens of beaches, and Phi Phi and Phang Nga Bay are an easy boat ride away.
From 15 September 2026 a Thai visa is required, so book your tour in advance. Prices are in UZS for two and include flights, accommodation, meals on the chosen plan and transfers. You can pay with Uzcard, Humo, Visa or Mastercard.